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About Eric B.

About Eric

For almost 25 years, I've had the privilege to have worked with thousands of performers who study with me from all over the world. I teach in-studio at my two locations in Houston and in The Woodlands, Texas. I also work with students who come to me from all over the globe via online over-the-web Skype lessons.

Originally from Detroit, I enjoyed being a "Jack of all styles" singer/musician for over 15 years. I was a professional musician performing Classical, Jazz, Pop, Rock, Gospel, Musical Theater, Commercial and Studio work, along with being very involved in Contemporary Christian music. While I very much loved to perform, I found myself drawn much more to the joy of teaching. Vocal instruction and improvisational piano teaching eventually became my passion, and so I've poured my time and energies into teaching singers and players t

o become, well… better musicians!

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Michele S. October 6, 2016·Singing·In studio

He is awesome

Sid T. September 9, 2016·Vocal Training·In studio

I have been singing in Choirs and Bands for a number of years and learned more about my voice and singing properly in a 45 minute session with Eric than I have in all my years of performing. I now understand why I have been struggling to sing in my upper register and Eric has put together a personalized program to help me develop my voice and gain back my vocal range. Eric has a great sense of humor and made the session very enjoyable as well as informative. I look forward to my next session and would highly recommend Eric as an instructor.

JP March 28, 2016·Singing·In studio

Eric has coached me for more than two years. Each lesson was personalized and has helped me to improve gradually. As I could download the recording of the lesson, I was able to practice between lessons. Eric has been very supportive and was very open to my unique music taste. I really feel comfortable now singing thanks to him.

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Eric B.

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Eric B.

Spring, TX 77380

(3)

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$40
/ 30-min

About Elizabeth K.

About Elizabeth

Elizabeth K. instructs Vocal, Piano, and Guitar lessons at her home or the meeting place of choice for her students. She also has Skype available for lessons over the internet for out of town students.

Elizabeth has been singing since the age of four and had her first solo in church at eleven years old. With over 20 years of private instruction experience, and a Vocal Music Education with a Concentration in Performance degree, Elizabeth is an excellent instructor and performer. She has directed and performed in off-Broadway musicals such as Grease, Oklahoma, and West Side Story, and has done costume make-up and design for many plays and musicals as well. She has also performed in several opera productions including Pirates of Penzance, Madam Butterfly, and Merry Widow with the San Antonio Opera, and continues to perform and help o

ut as needed with SA Opera and local production companies. Mrs. K performs on a regular basis at local churches and with different community groups. She also is hired on a regular basis as a wedding singer and funeral cantor.Mrs. K. loves teaching and specializes in personal one on one attention with her students, making each of them aware of how important music is for their everyday lives. Elizabeth teaches all age groups, from beginner level to advanced for vocal instruction, beginner to advanced level for piano instruction, and beginner level for guitar instruction.

*** Lesson Details ***Beginner = 30 minute lessons

Intermediate = 45 minute lessons

Advanced = 1 hour lessons

*** Studio Equipment ***Upright PianoElectric KeyboardSmart phone voice memo app for Voice LessonsIpod and Ipod PlayerCD PlayerCopies of Various Music for Students

*** Travel Equipment ***For voice lessons - I have my ipod and speakers for the music we will be singing with - and I make copies of music for my students if they need itFor guitar lesson - copies of music if they need it - they must have their own guitar.For piano - copies of music if needed - they must have their own piano or keyboard.

*** Specialties ***Classical Training and current Broadway style

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Frederick T. June 17, 2017·Piano·In home

Very talented instructor. Builds confidence in her students. All age groups are welcomed and encouraged to learn and perform.

Lindsey L. August 26, 2016·Piano·In studio

She's very knowledgable and relatable to teen students.

Phyllis T. February 27, 2016·Singing·In studio

First lesson. She was thorough in explaining lesson plans and we began with breathing techniques. Looking forward to next week!

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Elizabeth K.

Highlands, TX 77562

(5)

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$20
/ 30-min

About Denise B.

About Denise

I hold a Master's in Voice Performance degree from University of New Orleans and Bachelor of Science degree in Voice Performance from State Music Academy, Sofia, Bulgaria.In 2001, I toured with International European Opera Company which performed numerous times in Denmark, France, Italy and USA. I currently perform and teach in the New Orleans area and love to share my knowledge and experience with my students. There is so much more to performance then just beautiful vocalizing.....

*** Lesson Details ***My teaching is based on my own personal, classical training from Europe and North America. Whether it's opera, oratorio, musical theater or pop-style singing that is desired, I believe that classical technique is an essential source of proper singing that can be used to train singers of all genres.Just like a piano, flute or vi

olin, your voice is an instrument. The purpose of voice lessons is to help you develop a beautiful and dynamic singing voice and also to teach you to use your voice in a healthy age-appropriate way that will keep you singing for many years to come!As your teacher, I want your lesson to be more than just singing through a few songs.While what specifically happens during a voice lesson can vary greatly from student to student and from week to week, the overall structure of the lessons remains similar.We will always start with some combination of warm-ups for your breath, body, and voice. Just as you wouldn't go running without first stretching and warming up your muscles, you don't want to start singing full songs without first getting your body and voice warmed up.Warm-ups will also introduce you to new techniques for properly using your voice in a healthy and beautiful way.After warm-ups, we will work on songs. Typically, you will sing through the song once, and then we will go through it in small, manageable chunks, applying the techniques from the warm-ups to the songs.During the lesson we will also work on expression and acting. A song isn't just pretty notes—it tells a story. If it's a song from a musical, there's a specific character that sings it. It's your job as a singer to tell the story and to make it fun and exciting for the audience.While there's a lot of hard work that goes on during a lesson, voice lessons are lots of fun! As your teacher, I am here to encourage you, support you, and guide you in your vocal studies. I look forward to working with you soon!

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This was a wonderful beginning to our first time on TakeLessons.
Denise was kind, warm and funny and perfect for my 11-year old daughter.

Felicia P. November 15, 2017·Singing·Online

Mrs. Denise is awesome!! She’s very knowledgeable of breathing techniques and doesn’t mind questions. I’m so glad I followed m instincts and chose her as my instructor

Amy November 15, 2017·Singing·In studio

Ms. Denise is an ambitious teacher, and she will help you in any ways possible to help you achieve your goal. She will be real with you about everything and that is because she cares about your success.

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Denise B.

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Denise B.

Online

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$25
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About Troy W.

About Troy

Composer Troy W. graduated from the New England Conservatory, earning his Bachelors, Masters (cum laude) and Graduate Diploma while studying with mentor Malcolm Peyton. After spending a year studying with Lukas Foss in Boston, Mr. W. moved to Houston in 2001 where he continued graduate studies at Rice University's Shepherd School of Music.

During his time as a teacher with the Michael P. Hammond Preparatory Program at Rice University's Shepherd School of Music, Troy taught classes in music fundamentals and music theory for pre-college students. He has also served on the faculty of the Summer Institute for Piano teaching courses in Form & Analysis for pre-college students.

Troy also has maintained a private studio, tutoring and teaching private lessons in composition, ear training, voice, piano, literature, and history for over ten

years. Students who have studied with him come from a wide range of backgrounds with different goals. Those who have continued with musical studies in college have consistently placed out of at least the first two semesters of music theory and achieved advanced placement in their chosen fields of study. Those who chose a different path continue to benefit from the education and training they received from taking music lessons.

*** Lesson Details ***There is no "standard formula" to lessons. Each student has their own unique background, needs, and goals. Lessons tend to be somewhat casual but are structured in such a way as to meet the unique requirements of the student.

To accomplish your goals, there are a few requirements and basic expectations that the student and parent must meet. The first is practice. Students are expected to practice daily for at least the length of their lesson time. This, above all else, is essential to progress. It is also expected that a parent will attend lessons for students who are too young to drive themselves here. It's important for a parent to guide the student's practice time (particularly for younger students) to ensure that the most is gained from it. This is why I ask that a parent observe lessons.Each student or parent should bring to each lesson a notebook, pencils (with erasers). The notebook will be used to record notes about each lesson, homework, practice advice, etc. Pencils (not pens...nobody's perfect!) are used by composers to record their creations and performers to mark their music. Both of these essential practices are subject to changing thought and must be open to change. So no ink, please!

Performers: It is not necessary to know how to read music at the first lesson for beginners. However, learning to read is required for subsequent lessons and will be a large focus for all non-readers. Lessons are not learned "by ear." A certain amount of theory will be a part of every lesson just as technique and repertoire. Concerning repertoire, it will be selected based on the student's learning needs but also with their input. The main emphasis on performance lessons, however, will be technique and reading. Students should come to the first lesson prepared to discuss their background & goals and the plan of their course of study.Note: Voice students must be at least 16 years of age.

Composers: Just as with performers, it is not necessary to know how to read music at the first lesson. However, learning to read is required for subsequent lessons. Many young composers have great ideas but can only hear them in their heads or play them on an instrument. Lessons will allow you to obtain the skills to write them down with greater speed, accuracy, and clarity. More advance students will also include exploring a wider range of harmonic languages, advanced notation, instrumentation, orchestration, and aural skills. Students should come to the first lesson with examples of their work, either written, notated, or recorded in a digital format. They should be prepared to discuss their background & goals and the plan of their course of study.

IMPORTANT NOTES: • To reschedule a lesson, more than one day notice is required.

• Make up lessons must be scheduled before the next regular lesson.

• A make up lesson cannot be scheduled in place of a regular lesson.

• If, for any reason, two 30-minute lessons are scheduled one right after the other, they will be charged as two 30-minute lessons, not one 60 minute lesson which is a different rate.

• If, for any reason, two 45-minute lessons are scheduled one right after the other, they will be charged as two 45-minute lessons, not one 90 minute lesson which is a different rate.

• the studio space is also inhabited by two lovely cats. Do consider this when signing up for lessons.

*** Specialties ***Main area is in classical music and media scoring with secondary focus on musical theatre vocal performance and composing/arranging.

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Peter W. August 12, 2017·Singing·In home

Very tutor easy to follow and knowledgable
However, location was said to be 2.7 miles from me, it is actually 21 miles...... beware and double check!!

Angelika July 17, 2017·Opera Voice·In studio

So far, I look forward to each lesson! Troy is very kind, yet very helpful and has helped me target on my personal goals with opera while also learning more each time! I highly recommend him. It doesn't matter if you have no experience in voice or only experience in voice ( as my experience is theatre and musical theatre), he is patient in helping you achieve the goals set. I cannot wait to continue lessons with him!

Jonathan May 2, 2017·Singing·In studio

Troy is a rare talent in the Houston area. He's well qualified, very detailed, and has a great sense of humor. Troy has been teaching me for 6 months and I have come so far. I'll go sing karaoke anytime! Thank you Troy!

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Troy W.

Houston, TX 77006

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About Claire L.

About Claire

I hold an MFA in Acting from the California Institute of the Arts and have been teaching professionally for over ten years. I teach Acting and Auditiong to young actors (10-18 years) and also teach Public Speaking, Voice and Accent Reduction to those looking to find more ease and power when using their voice in front of others. I have taught, directed and coached young actors who have gone on to work professionally in Film, TV and Theater. My students have been accepted to conservatory programs like NYU Tisch, California Institute of the Arts, AMDA and others. I am a passionate teacher that believes in the individual and in unlocking the creative genius, the impulses, the individual imagination and the unique forms of expression of each of my students. In my sessions, I encourage my students to “play” and to discover how to tap in

to relaxation, ease and focus in whatever the task — a monologue, an audition, developing a character, or analyzing a text. In addition to teaching and coaching actors, I have worked extensively in the areas of Voice and Speech and coached and taught Public Speaking and Presentation, Accent Reduction and ESL. I have taught students from all over the globe, China, Russia, Taiwan, Italy, Japan and from all over the U.S. Throughout the ten plus years I have taught, I have helped both actors and non-actors alike, those in the professional business world, gain tools that lead to freedom and ease of expression when speaking in front of others, be it at an audition, an interview, giving a presentation to a board or speaking in front of thousands at a Ted Talk.

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carson December 1, 2017·Speaking Voice·In home

phenomenal intro lesson

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Claire L.

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Claire L.

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$35
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About Deloris A.

About Deloris

Deloris is a firm believer in the mantra, “You Are Good Enough”. She believes that every individual is blessed with unique talents and attributes that enable them to attain any level of success they desire. She has dedicated herself to helping others use their God-given talents to entertain and inspire.

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R J August 19, 2015·Theater Acting·In studio

I have been in a couple of plays before but working with Deloris was the most instructive and amazing experience I have ever had. She was patient and encouraging and often open to our creative expressions. Whoever works with her will be more than pleased with their acting results.

Maleka August 18, 2015·Acting·In studio

She's GREAT! I've learned so much from her. She help me get back out there and study my craft. Thank you

Sarni August 18, 2015·Stage Performance·In studio

Deloris was the director for a touring play In was in and she was awesome. She's patient, creative and kind. Since she writes, acts and directs, she really understands all phases of acting and how to bring out the best in a character. She knows how to push gently so would be awesome for kids for sure. Great instructor!

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Deloris A.

Houston, TX 77002

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$40
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About Katie L.

About Katie

Becoming a teacher is a special honor. As a teacher, sharing knowledge becomes an important part of life; not because you have to, but because you want to. I feel that I have great qualities that will enable me to be successful in this field. I have a Bachelor's and Master's Degree, and an Artist Diploma in Vocal Performance. I want to teach because I want to make a difference. I want to spark students’ interests; I want to challenge students to discover new things about themselves that they may not have otherwise known. I want to impart my fascination about music and love for singing with my students, so they too can enjoy a life filled with the arts and come to appreciate it on a whole new level. I strongly believe that when you love to do something, it shows, and because I am so passionate about music, my teaching will be that much mo

re effective; I believe music will help make each individual a well-rounded human being and ready to face the challenges of everyday life.

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Wes C. August 7, 2017·Singing·In studio

Great teacher great motivator amazing voice makes you feel very comfortable and confident

Siddhi July 15, 2017·Singing·In home

Katie helped me achieve my goal and was very knowledgeable. She taught me some great things which will help me build on my singing.

Parker M. June 30, 2017·Audition Prep·In studio

Katie is fabulous to work with. She was very positive and encouraging as well as insightful with tips for dealing with nerves during the audition. Her approach includes technical tips which she introduces in a very hands on, experiential way that my 12 yr old with no vocal training could understand. My daughter felt more confident going in to audition after working with Katie.

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Katie L.

Houston, TX 77019

(18)

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$40
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About Sergey K.

About Sergey

I am a professional ballroom dancer, instructor, choreographer, world and national United States champion winner of many international competitions, master of sport. Would love to introduce, help and develop your dancing skills which so tightly overlap with music and such a wonderful form of art. Ballroom dancing is incredible world in so many different ways. It helps the health, offers wide world socially, definitely develops coordination and combines music and movement on a special level. With my guidance it will be great to learn and see so much more that it offers, experience it and just enjoy as well. We will set great custom goals and will be reaching them one by one, no limits. Let's get started, I can't wait to be part of your lifetime experience

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Sergey K.

Online

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$84
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About Lucinda L.

About Lucinda

I am a graduate from UNLV with a Bachelors in Fine Arts in Dance Performance & Choreography. My choreographic work has not only been premiered in four UNLV Dance Concerts, but as well as in concerts for dance companies in Las Vegas. I was also awarded UNLV Dance Department's Outstanding Performer Award. I have experience training, teaching, choreographing, and performing all throughout Las Vegas, as well as collegiate dance experience, in performing in New York and South Korea with a select, elite group of dancers. I am trained in the techniques of and teach hip hop, contemporary, jazz, lyrical, improv, choreography and modern. For my choreography, I draw inspiration from and truly love to mix the genres of contemporary and hip-hop, creating a blend of hard hits and smooth releases.

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Cami December 9, 2017·Ballet·In home

Lucinda was on time, very friendly, and happy to get right to the lesson after getting a little background I do. She made some suggestions for attire, stretches, warm-ups, etc. We can't wait to see her again!

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